Fd2k

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I have a brand new Ninja Jx.21 engine. Im thinking about putting engine sealant ( Lucky 7 ) on it before doing the break-in. What you guys think... Should i put the engine sealant before doing the break-in or after?

David Wall

iTrader: (8)

Tear it down, flush with fuel to make sure no contaminants are in there, then seal her up

KThatcher

iTrader: (64)

Heck ya you should seal it and Lucky 7 is the best way to do it...

Fd2k

iTrader: (25)

So the only part i should put the sealant on is on the engine back plate and on the carb?

jpz_67

iTrader: (57)

When I seal a motor I usually just do the backplate, both sides of the pinch bolt, and base of the carb.

David Wall

iTrader: (8)

The great thing about Lucky 7 is you can use it on all points that could cause a leak. Backplate,Pinch bolt, Carb neck, fuel nipple...etc

Racecrafter

iTrader: (25)

+1!

jpalessi

iTrader: (55)

L7 engine sealant is intended for external use only. I recommend installing only 1 mount mount screw and mocking up the carb angle etc, then i pull the engine back out, make sure everything is tight and seal up around the carb base, pinch bolt ends, and HSN assembly. NOW when using the sealant you'll find its very thin and easy to work around (wicking) into the tight areas making a good seal. I'll actually apply an excessive amount in one spot and blow on it to help work into tight areas were i can't get the applicator tip. don't be afraid to apply what may look like to much, cause when it drys it shrinks down to a tight coating. Hope this helps good luck!

KThatcher

iTrader: (64)

What Joe said!!!

Fd2k

iTrader: (25)

So far it sounds like i should put the engine sealant on my new engine before doing the break-in on it. How long should i wait till it dry up?

Integra

iTrader: (8)

L7 needs an hour or 2 to cure up pending ambient temp

sluggo_sx8

iTrader: (5)

where do you get L7 and is there anything else that would do the job?

Thanks

jpalessi

iTrader: (55)

http://www.lucky7rc.com/l7home/produ...products_id=49

Integra

iTrader: (8)

there are other alternative's but nothing like L7...its Very liquidy and flows nice depending the part you are trying to seal....there are still some who like a silicone type consistency as their preferred sealant....1 product is Racers Edge Carb sealant or the expensive version Three Bond 1211